Recreational Dance Programs
Fun, Confidence, Movement, and Community
Let your dancer shine! Our recreational programs are perfect for beginners and returning dancers who want to explore movement, build skills, and have a blast all year long.
How Does Recreational Dance Work?
Our Recreational Program runs September – June and is built for dancers who want a fun, supportive place to move, express, and learn. No previous experience needed, every dancer starts where they are and grows at their own pace!
Whether you dream of twirling like a ballerina, shaking some pom-poms, or simply want to try something new, we’ve got a class that fits your age, energy, and personality.
- Runs September–June (10 months)
- No experience needed - placement is based on age
- Perfect for building skills, confidence, and a love of movement
- Includes a year-end performance opportunity
Recreational Programs by Age
PreschoolAges 3-5
Tiny dancers with BIG imaginations!
Perfect for little movers who love to twirl, tap, and explore movement through imagination. Preschool classes include Tap + Ballet combo, musicality, counting, and classroom skills.
Styles Offered:
- Tap/Ballet Combo
Pre-JuniorAges 6-7
A great stepping stone for growing dancers.
A great next step after preschool, or a fun starting point for first-time dancers. Pre-Junior introduces foundational jazz and tap technique with upbeat music and a supportive environment.
Styles Offered:
- Jazz
- Tap
- Ballet
- Cheer/Pom Jazz
- Acro
- Musical Theatre
Junior & Pre-IntermediateAges 8-12
A mix of challenge and fun!
For growing dancers ready to challenge themselves! Includes more structured technique while keeping classes fun and confidence-focused.
Styles Offered:
- Jazz
- Tap
- Ballet
- Musical Theatre
- Acro
- Cheer/Pom Jazz
Intermediate & SeniorAges 13-18
A supportive space for teens to move, grow, and express themselves.
For teens who want to dance for fun, fitness, and creative self-expression without the commitment of competitive programs.
Styles Offered:
- Teen Jazz
- Musical Theatre
Adult DanceAges 18+
No judgement, all fun!
Adult classes offer a welcoming, upbeat environment to move, sweat, laugh, and reconnect with your body.
Perfect for those who:
- Are curious about dance
- Want to make friends and have fun
- Want to MOVE!
Schedules, Pricing and Dress Requirements
Discover Our Dance Styles
At Vive la Danse, we offer a variety of dance styles so your child can explore movement, express themselves, and build confidence. Each style is designed to develop technique, coordination, and creativity, while keeping the experience fun and engaging. Read on to see what makes each style unique — and which one might be perfect for your dancer!
Ballet
The foundation of all dance styles, ballet teaches poise, balance, strength, and graceful movement. Our classes focus on proper technique while encouraging dancers to develop confidence and artistry.
Tap
Your dancer’s feet become the music! Tap is a rhythmic, percussive style that teaches timing, coordination, and musicality while keeping classes playful and fun.
Jazz
Get your groove on! Jazz is energetic, sharp, and expressive — full of kicks, leaps, and turns. We follow the ADAPT syllabus to ensure motivating, challenging classes that help dancers grow quickly and confidently.
Acro
A combination of dance and acrobatics! Acro helps dancers build flexibility, strength, and coordination while learning safe acrobatic tricks, balancing skills, and fluid movement transitions.
Lyrical / Contemporary
A fusion of ballet and jazz that emphasizes emotion, storytelling, and expressive movement. Dancers develop fluidity, control, musicality, and strong technical foundations while exploring creativity and performance quality.
Cheer Jazz
High-energy fun inspired by professional cheer and jazz technique — complete with pom-poms! Classes are sharp, synchronized, and sparkly — and there’s no stunting.
Pre Pointe / Pointe
Designed for ballet students ready to progress safely onto pointe. Dancers strengthen their feet, ankles, and core while refining alignment and technique to support proper pointe work and injury prevention.
Cirque / Aerial
A combination of dance and acrobatics! Acro helps dancers build flexibility, strength, and coordination while learning safe acrobatic tricks, balancing skills, and fluid movement transitions.
Musical Theatre
Dance, act, and lip-sync your heart out! This dynamic class blends dance, acting, and vocal skills — perfect for kids who love performing and storytelling.
Parented Ballet / Creative Movement
An introduction to dance for our youngest movers alongside a parent or caregiver. Classes focus on imagination, rhythm, coordination, and basic ballet foundations in a fun, nurturing environment.
Adult
A welcoming class for adults of all experience levels looking to move, learn, and have fun. Build strength, flexibility, and confidence while enjoying supportive instruction in a positive, encouraging atmosphere.
Preschool
A playful introduction to dance that builds coordination, listening skills, and confidence. Dancers explore movement, music, and basic technique in a structured yet imaginative class setting.
Mobility & Conditioning
A focused class designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and overall body awareness. Dancers enhance performance, prevent injury, and build the physical foundation needed for all styles of dance.